disgraceful

adjective

dis·​grace·​ful di-ˈskrās-fəl How to pronounce disgraceful (audio)
dis-ˈgrās-
: bringing or involving disgrace
disgraceful conduct
disgracefully
di-ˈskrās-fə-lē How to pronounce disgraceful (audio)
dis-ˈgrās-
adverb
disgracefulness noun

Examples of disgraceful in a Sentence

disgraceful disruptions at the graduation ceremonies
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Former President Trump's actions preceded the riot in a disgraceful dereliction of duty. . . . Allison Pecorin, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2024 This mission feels like the ultimate test of obedience for Sinan, especially since the disgraceful discharge and tragic end of their father still cast a shadow over his otherwise spotless career prospects. Leo Barraclough, Variety, 10 Oct. 2024 To politicize and spew lies about this organization by the current Republican presidential candidate is both disingenuous and disgraceful. Dp Opinion, The Denver Post, 10 Oct. 2024 Although McConnell endorsed Trump in March, their relationship has been rocky since the attack on the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, calling the former president's actions a 'disgraceful dereliction of duty.' More:RNC 2024 live updates: What time is the convention? Rachel Barber, USA TODAY, 16 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for disgraceful 

Word History

First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of disgraceful was in 1597

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“Disgraceful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disgraceful. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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